Stephanie Nilva

Stephanie Nilva brings over 25 years of leadership and management expertise to the nonprofit sector, specializing in strengthening New York City-based human service organizations. With a progressive career spanning roles from Staff Attorney to Founder and Executive Director, Stephanie is an established specialist in nonprofit leadership, resource development, and personnel management. In 2003, she founded Day One New York and led the organization for twenty years, growing the nonprofit to a budget of $5 million and a staff of 35+. Her tenure at Day One, coupled with her consulting experience, make her an invaluable asset to organizations looking to scale, navigate transitions, and enhance their impact. Stephanie's approach is deeply rooted in collaborative and equitable leadership, and her priority is to position nonprofit organizations for long-term success through inclusive leadership, robust fundraising, and effective operational models.

Stephanie offers specialized consultancy in executive decision-making, resource development, and hiring systems, addressing some of the most critical areas for nonprofit sustainability and growth. Recognized for her ability to develop high-performing teams, she leverages her executive experience to support nonprofit leaders in achieving their personal and organizational goals. Stephanie's consultancy extends beyond coaching and advice; she immerses herself in the culture and challenges of the organizations she serves, offering tailored, practical solutions that reflect the unique needs of the social justice sector. Her commitment to building capacity and enhancing nonprofit leadership drives organizational success and amplifies impact in New York City communities.

Fundraising

Review of resource development scope and revenue diversification; development planning; strategy; foundation, federal and local grant writing

Human Resources Management

Establishing effective, cohesive teams focused on high-quality performance and task management under the supervision of exceptional leaders by managing hiring processes, coaching, and/or training for hiring team

Recruitment;  Interview Process; Selection Process; Equity infusion

Board Development

Recruiting, launching, and/or growing an effective board of directors, equipped to partner with an executive team for collective organizational success

Leadership Development

Strengthening leadership qualities and skills for seasoned executives and other leaders and managers, with focused expertise in organizational structure and scaling, forming a leadership team, developing new leaders, managing personnel, and reinforcing resource development

• Coaching; Guidance in reorganization to accommodate scaling or programmatic expansion; Expertise in forming a leadership team, enhancing decision-making, or improving lines of supervision; Identifying optimal structure for development teams to increase revenue streams